Fontodi Flaccianello IGT 2018
DVNO usually shies away from mentioning critics’ scores of Italian wines because they’re often wrong, to put it bluntly, but the near-universal near-perfect ratings of the 2018 Flaccianello show critics can get it right. The child of rollercoaster weather and terrific winemaking skills, this Flaccianello is a riveting wine with perfect balance, outstanding aromatics, and brocade-like texture. Pure wild berries and ripe cherries play against a backdrop of new leather, cigar smoke, iron ore, violet petals, and licorice in this jaw-dropping wine. Intense dry extract finds an elegant acidic lift, while velvety tannins add structure. This wine will stun for decades to come!
